Ghosrawan
Ghosrawan is a village located in Giriak subdivision of Nalanda district in Bihar, India. It is situated 14km away from sub-district headquarter Giriak (tehsildar office) and 20km away from district headquarter Biharsharif. As per 2009 stats, Ghosrawan village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Ghosrawan unique in its vibrant Giriak-Nalanda region. You’ll see Ghosrawan’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Ghosrawan
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Ghosrawan is 245124. The village spans a total geographical area of 681 hectares. Biharsharif is nearest town to Ghosrawan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 20km away.
Google Map of Ghosrawan
Population of Ghosrawan
According to the 2011 Census, Ghosrawan has a total population of about 8,736, with approximately 4,595 males and 4,141 females. The sex ratio is around 901 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 1,418 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,758 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 55.51%, with male literacy at about 64.31% and female literacy near 45.74%. There are around 1,495 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Ghosrawan's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 8,736 | 4,595 | 4,141 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,418 | 762 | 656 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,758 | 908 | 850 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 4,849 | 2,955 | 1,894 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,887 | 1,640 | 2,247 |
Connectivity of Ghosrawan
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Ghosrawan. As per the 2011 stats, Ghosrawan had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Ghosrawan
Knowing the nearby villages of Ghosrawan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Ghosrawan.
Frequently Asked Questions about Ghosrawan
- Where is Ghosrawan located?
- Ghosrawan village is situated in Giriak Subdivision, within the Nalanda district of Bihar, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Ghosrawan?
- Ghosrawan serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Ghosrawan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Ghosrawan is 8,736, with 4,595 males and 4,141 females.
- How many households are there in Ghosrawan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Ghosrawan village has a total of 1,495 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Ghosrawan as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Ghosrawan is 55.51%. The male literacy rate is 64.31%, while the female literacy rate is 45.74%.